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HomeWater CodeDiv. 5Pt. 5Ch. 7Art. 1§ 9538 Tax Delinquent Land Sale

§ 9538 Tax Delinquent Land Sale

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§ 9538 Tax Delinquent Land Sale

Key Takeaways

  • •If you don't pay your property taxes on time, the county can sell your land.
  • •The county will give you a warning before selling your land.
  • •You can stop the sale by paying what you owe plus a penalty.
  • •The land goes to the highest bidder if you don't pay.

Example

You own a small piece of land but forget to pay your taxes for a few years.

The county will send you a notice saying they will sell your land if you don't pay what you owe plus a penalty. If you don't pay, they will sell your land to the person who offers the most money.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 9538 Tax Delinquent Land Sale

At the time and place stated in the notice the county treasurer shall sell each parcel of land described in the notice to the highest bidder unless prior thereto he has received payment in full of the delinquent installment or installments together with the penalty. (Added by Stats. 1943, Ch. 369.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

penaltypropertyinstallment

Related Statutes

  • § 9536 Delinquent Property Tax Notice
  • § 9539 Minimum Bid Requirements
  • § 9550 Drainage District Property Acquisition
  • § 9535 Delinquent Installment Publication Requirements
  • § 9542 Bond Fund Credits

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 9538.
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